cinerarium

/ˌsɪnɪˈreɛriəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A container or structure used for holding the ashes of the dead, especially in ancient Rome.

“The archaeologists discovered a cinerarium in the ancient Roman ruins.”

2. noun

A container for holding incense or ashes, often used in rituals or ceremonies.

“The priest used a cinerarium to burn incense during the ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • incense burner
  • urn

Antonyms

  • sepulcher